Although they hail largely from the cultural center of Tel Aviv, the artists making up the bustling Israeli hip-hop scene represent the country's diverse influences and outsize impact. Rappers and producers like Swissa, Nechi Nech, and Cohen@Mushon have been commercial forces at home and abroad (Cohen is a producer for the L.A.-based label Stones Throw), while pop-leaning cousin duo Café Shahor Hazak (Strong Black Coffee) immigrated to Israel from Ethiopia as children and are at the vanguard of musicians showcasing the country's grittier side. Our editors regularly update this playlist—if you hear something you like, add it to your library.